MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP - As Michigan warms up after this winter's record-breaking snow and cold, it is time to prepare for flooding.

To prepare for a flood:
-Create an emergency preparedness kit with a 72-hour supply of water.
-Scan and store important documents on an online, cloud-based program.
-Understand how to safely turn off electricity and gas lines in your home.
-Put important documents and valuables in a water-proof container.